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NATIONAL NEWS - The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) has urged motorists to remain vigilant on the roads during this festive season following three major crashes this past weekend.
“They are urged to choose daytime driving and to keep their lights on at all times. Motorists are also warned to refrain from speeding and from driving under the influence of alcohol,” RTMC said on Sunday.
Nineteen people lost their lives during three accidents in the Free State, Limpopo and the Western Cape.
“A major crash where a single vehicle overturned occurred on Saturday, at approximately 8:10pm on the R719, 2 kilometres from Bultfontein towards Welkom in the Free State Province,” RTMC said.
19 killed in road accidents in three provinces
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19 killed in road accidents in 3 provinces as festive season kicks in
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